The study of religion is the core of academics at BYU-Idaho. It provides the basis for our very existence as one of the Lord's universities, and every student is expected to make Religion classes an integral part of their studies.

Details showing the University requirements for Religion are shown in the University Requirements section in the front of this catalog or go online to the Religion home page, click on Requirements on the tan bar. To view the courses and the requirements they fill, click on the View Graphic link at the side of the chart.

A seminary Pre-Service program for prospective Seminary teachers is now offered. Interested students who are beginning their junior year at BYU-Idaho should take the Introduction to Teaching Seminary course, Religion 370. For more information, contact the Pre-Service Director Robert Wahlquist at 496-1594 or 221-6171, or his secretary Linda Williams at 496-1593.

A survey course of the doctrines, practices and beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This class is only for those who are not members of the Church or those who have been members less than one year.
(Winter, Fall)

A course designed to help prepare students for missionary service, utilizing principles that reflect and supplement the emphasis taught in the "Preach My Gospel" missionary approach. This course is highly recommended for all pre-missionaries.
(Winter, Summer, Fall)

A course designed to assist students in applying gospel principles in their personal lives. It is composed of classroom instruction in doctrinal and temporal matters, coupled with a lab where principles of provident living are put into practice.
(Winter, Summer, Fall)

For BYU-Idaho travel study students, taught in the term of the travel study with topics selected which will focus on history, scripture and culture of those lands visited. Emphasis is on areas that will enhance other courses taught.
(Upon Request)

A study of the origin, content and teachings of the Book of Mormon from 1st Nephi through Moroni from a missionary viewpoint. This class may not be taken, or retaken by returned missionaries. This class also fills the requirement for Religion 121 and 122.
(Winter, Fall, Summer)

A history of religion in the western world from the beginning to the modern period. This course starts with Genesis and examines--through art, literature, and myth--the religious traditions of ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Canaan, and Rome, as well as, Norse mythology. It then traces the development of Judaism and Christianity up through modern times.
(Winter, Fall)

Introduction to the Family History program of the Church, which emphasizes identifying ancestors in the first few generations for whom temple ordinances have not been completed and the use of resources to simplify temple and family history activities.
(Winter, Fall, Summer)

A study of religions of the world such as Buddhism, Islam, Hinduism and Judaism. Designed to introduce members of the Church to the beliefs of other world faiths and their development with an emphasis on their relationship to the doctrines of the restored church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
(Winter, Fall, Summer)

A study of the history and doctrines of Christianity from the Roman period through the early development of the Catholic and Orthodox churches, the Middle Ages, the Reformation, and up to modern times. Emphasis is placed upon principles and doctrines regained through the restoration.
(Winter, Fall, Summer)

This course is an introduction to religious education as a profession. It focuses on basic teaching concepts and the CES hiring process. Students taking this course should be in their junior year.
(Winter, Fall)

This course deals with current teaching issues and needs. Trainees are also employeed part-time and may teach from one to three classes of seminary each day. Trainees are evaluated to determine whether they should be considered for a full-time seminary teaching position.
(Winter, Fall)